My Term Life Insurance is About to Expire. Now What?

11/6/2018

As you experience different life stages, your life insurance needs will inevitably change. When you purchased your term life insurance policy, you made a good move. One that helped you protect those who matter most to you or a business you’ve worked hard to build. Now that you’re closing in on the end of your term you have several options to consider based on what fits your needs now and in the future.

Most term life insurance policies will allow you to convert your existing policy to a permanent life insurance policy.

What options are available for conversion?

Permanent life insurance

Partial conversions

If you’re not ready to convert your entire term policy, some companies allow partial conversions. This means you take part of your term policy and convert it to a permanent policy. You would then have two separate policies: one term and one permanent. This option is often used when you may not be able to afford to convert the full policy amount, but you’d still like to have some permanent coverage.

So, why would you want to convert to a permanent policy?

Term life insurance is designed to provide temporary coverage for a specific amount of time – 10, 15, 20 or 30 years. This coverage provides protection during the term, but once time is up your term policy will either expire or your premium could increase significantly.

When you convert your term policy, generally you won’t have to go through the underwriting process again. Which means no medical exams are required. Additionally, you may be eligible for a premium credit. The credit lowers the premium amount you’d pay on your permanent coverage in the first year.

It won’t cost you to convert your term policy to a permanent coverage option, but it is important to note typically permanent life insurance costs more than term.

Get the Right Fit

Life insurance is an important element of your overall financial well-being. Don’t let your term life policy expire without a plan. Your local Farm Bureau agent, can help you learn more about the value of permanent insurance, how much coverage you may need and the process to convert your existing term policy. Reach out to an agent today. You may even qualify for a conversion credit for making the transition. Your credit would be applied to the first year’s premium of your new permanent life insurance policy.

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